Every year in Canada, Dietitian’s Day is celebrated on the third Wednesday in March. Isn’t it nice that so many people are honouring us this year? Celebrations have moved mostly online, with virtual concerts and parades. At home people will be raising glasses of green beer (we dietitians love our…
Can you believe it’s only been a year since the pandemic really started to impact our lives, at least here in Canada? It feels to me like forever — I see crowded maskless gatherings in movies and have to remind myself that it’s normal. I’ve been reflecting on how our…
I participated in the Canadian Women’s Heart Health Summit for the first time this year. So good! So much positive energy and information, I wanted to share some highlights here. If you don’t have heart disease, you might appreciate the tips below about prevention and preparation, because it can happen to any of us. If…
The challenge ran from January 9 to 14, but people seemed to really enjoy it, so I’m leaving it up, with automated email prompts to walk you through the process of setting up your Go-To List and share some heart-healthy recipes to get the ball rolling. Wait. Tell me more.…
The number one concern people raise with me in consults right now is emotional eating. No surprise there: In countries like Canada, unless you’re old enough to remember World War 2, this has been perhaps the most difficult time we’ve collectively lived through. We’re feeling some pretty big emotions. You…
Every year I update and share the same holiday gift idea list based on my favourite trusted kitchen tools with links to Amazon or other major retailers for easy shopping. But this year it feels like (1) we need some fresh ideas! and (2) we must focus our holiday spending on local businesses, since…
Does it feel to you like COVID-19 is everywhere all of a sudden? Scores of people I know are either testing positive, learning that they may have been exposed, or sharing such stories about their family and friends. News reports that case numbers are rising exponentially are starting to feel…
I looked at the weather forecast (snow) this morning and my brain said oatmeal. Do you love oatmeal too? It’s warm, satisfying, and a blank canvas for as many varieties of fruit, nuts, seeds, and sweeteners as you can dream up. It can even be made savoury! And side benefit……